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It's been a long time Jeff. I think of you often. My children asked me to tell them a "Police Story" the other day. oN

Anonymous

April 3, 2009

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

February 11, 2008

Uncle Jeff ~ I remember the day that I found out what had happened. I found a scrapbook that my mom had made with articles and pictures in it. I cried and cried! I remember not understanding why such a wonderful person would be taken from us, but I know that God needed to call you home to be with Him. I am sure not a dull day has gone by with you there with Him in Heaven! You and Papa must be having so much fun up there! I cannot wait until I can join you and hear all of the stories from you! I was only two when you passed, but I will never forget you! I have been told that I gave you a kiss for the first time that day that you left us! My mom and dad have both told me how happy it made you! I am so glad that I could have made you so happy! I am now 22, married and have a child of my own. How I wish you could meet them, but I know that we will all meet someday when we are called to our eternal home. I have heard what a fun person you are, and I also have heard WONDERFUL things about your food! (Your whoopie pies and your famous mini hot dogs)

You are such a big Hero to me! I love you and I can't wait until I can give you a hug and hopefully make you smile again! :) Please give Papa a big hug for me and tell him to give you one from me as well! I wish that I had more time to get to know you. I get jealous when I hear all of the stories, because I never really had a chance to get to know you, but I know that we will meet again, and I look forward to that day! I love you and I always will! Not a day goes by that I do not think of you! I love you! Love forever and ever, Jodi

Jodi Eames
Neice

May 29, 2007

Uncle Jeff, I miss you so much that its hard to bare sometimes. The memories of you are always with me. I wish I could have had more time with you, but I thank you for the times we did have. No matter how tight things were in your life you always found the money to get all of us kids some candy on the way to play cards with Mom and Dad. Your laughter will always be with us and I am glad you can be with your wife and father now. I drive by your house sometimes and think of all the late nights we spent there with you and how you always found time for us kids. Your example as an Uncle has helped me with my nephews. They would love you just as I do. I will never forget the phone call and arriving at your house to hear the news of your leaving us. We will be together again someday and we will have lots to catch up on. You are missed by all and your time spent on earth touched so many lives. Thank you for giving of yourself and touching my life as well. Say hi to Papa for me and thank you both for watching over me. I am sure you both are pulling pranks on everyone around you.

Matt Weeden
nephew

May 16, 2007

Oh Uncle Jeff! I sure do miss you. Especially those great whoopie pies you made us. I remember not wanting to eat the one that you gave me the night before you died, but I gave in and it sure was good! I will never forget all the great times you gave me, picking toys out of your "toy" truck, eating at the sub shop, spending the night at your house, having cookouts, and having a big bear hug from you! I am married and have 2 boys now and I have been sure to let them know all about you! You were always so kind and generous to everyone, willing to help out even if you had 100 other things on your list for the day! We love you miss you dearly. Tell Papa I said hi and I can't wait to see you again! Love you!!

Angela Yeaton
niece

May 13, 2007

Oh Jeffie, Where do I begin. 20 years seems like yesterday. I still break down on a regular basis however, I know you are always near. I often think about the warm things you would always do when I was a child and you were in your teens. I remember you taking me out on the sled, and cooking me dinner in the snow..I was only about 4 and still remember it so clear. You were always a great cook. The time I did not understand why I was not invited to the birthday party next door, you took your hard earned money (from lawn mowing or something) and bought me a blow up pool, king cole bbq chips and an orange crush..you even put your big feet in the pool with me. You made it all OK since you were more fun than a stupid Birthday party. The time you took me trick or treating and the "bad" boys took the carved pumpkin off your head and smashed it...you were pulling me in the wagon. You held me to stop my crying and told me it was all OK. You were only about 13 or 14 at the time and I was 5 or 6. Your shoulder was so strong then as it always was. The time I fell off my bike and hurt my pelvic area bad. You were the only one home. You did not hesitate to help me with first aid even though we were both embarrassed...your compassion kicked in and your shy teenage boy ways left. The time Mum, Roxanne and I were in the bad accident. You came running down the road from your school. With our severe injuries, our fright, we all calmed knowing you were there with us. What I remember the most: your tickles until I couldn't breath, your chicken walk, your comedy and THE biggest heart I have ever seen.
I hope you can hear me when I talk to you when I am down. I wore your flannel robe until it was thread bare.

I know you are my guardian angel. I now live 2000 miles away and my new neighbor came into my home, saw your picture and said "My God, that is Jeff". Small world, he was your post master and contributed in starting up your department. He and I both agree, God put us as neighbors for a reason. Maybe someday we will find out why.

You were such a good person, your job on earth was done...God needed you with him to continue your work on a higher level. We were so very blessed to have you with us in your short 35 years. If God allowed me to choose my big brother, I would have chosen you any way.

I love you Jeff, I miss you and I am sorry I bit your finger that time when I was 6.

Love,

Your Baby Sister...aka Brat P.S. Give Dad a huge hug for me.

Tami Beckwith
Sister

May 12, 2007

Jeff - You are missed so much every day. I think of you often, especially late at night, when I could expect a phone call from you, just to talk. You would be so proud of your daughters and their children. I can see you now, dressed as Santa - wouldn't your grandkids love that!! Give Dad a big hug for me. Love and miss you.......

Marcia Lyford
Sister

May 11, 2007

I recall that May 9th very well; The day after Marshall's birthday and very shortly after letting Marshall know that our mother had died early that very morning,we had a return call regarding Jeff's death. To loose a mother and son the same day must have been horrible to bear. The Bull family will never forget.
Aunt Carolyn

Carolyn Bull Dahlgren
Aunt

May 11, 2007

It's really hard to believe that it's been 20 years now since your passing. I will never forget the day when we got the news. You are truly missed by all of your family and friends and we think of you often. You were always such a joy to be around and what they say about you having a big heart is so true.

Love,

Barb

Barbara Bull
Sister-in-law

May 9, 2007

We (my son, Bodie and I) will remember you especially in our prayers on this day - May 9th - the day you gave your life in service for others.

Tell Uncle Marshall that it's his year to send back the Thanksgiving card, signed in pencil, so I can erase the signature and send it back to him next year. He'll know what I mean! :o)

You are both loved and missed.....
Cousin Kolin

Kolin Bull Nielsen
Cousin

May 9, 2007

Today it has been 20 years since Jeff was taken from us. He was the greatest. He loved his family. He would be so proud of his 3 grandchildren. He had a special place in his heart for children. He was so much fun to be around.
We miss you Jeff and will NEVER forget the times we shared and will Never forget you.
We Love You, Roxanne, Tom and Family

Roxanne and Tom Weeden
Sister and Family

May 9, 2007

May you rest in peace and may your loved ones be ever blessed.

May 9, 2007

I have some great memories of going and visiting 'Uncle' Jeff, Becky and Alyssa when I was younger. Andy and I always looked forward to those visits (and the subs). My father (Bob)and mother (Doreen) always had wonderful stories and memories that they shared with us.

Niece

February 5, 2007

I was in Jeff,s 55th Maine academy class and drove to and from the academy with Jeff every weekend. Jeff was one of the funniest guys I,ve ever known but he also was a hard worker running his sub shop and being a cop at the same time. We also worked occasionally together on some calls
because our towns bordered each other.Jeff was always professional and knowledgeable when working with him.I,ll never forget this period of my life and I,ll never forget
Jeff who set the standard of professionalism that I follow to this day. January 20,2007

Dep. R. Vigneault
lee county sheriff,s dept. florida

January 20, 2007

I was in the 55th Municipal/County Basic Police School with Jeff. He was funny and kind and loved his daughters so very much. I wear a bracelet in your honor. You will never be forgotten.

Detective Dorothy Small
Ellsworth Police Department

October 25, 2006

I never knew you Officer Bull but I have been friends with your oldest daughter for many years now. I just wanted to let you know that she is one of the most caring people I have ever met. You would be so proud of her. She is a true friend to all she meets,always willing to help anyone. I am sure you are smiling down on her and her family too. She has a wonderful husband and two beautiful boys. Your other daughter I have met a few times and you would be proud of her also-she has the most beautiful little girl. You and your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Thank you and God bless you.

Diane Burke
Wife of Police Officer

October 19, 2006

We will never forget!

Matt Lyons
OPD, Ca

May 24, 2006

Officer Bill, May you Rest in Peace and may Our Lord give your family special Blessings.

May 9, 2006

Dearest Jeffrey, Your two girls,brother & three sisters & I miss you very much, The Lord needed a new Angel & That you are Jeff,Now you are with Your loving wife & Dad, we think of you all the time, Miss you so.
All our Love Dear, Mum ,Becky, Alyssa Rob, Marcia, Roxie & Tami X 0.

mother- June Bull

March 14, 2006

Jeff was my roomate while at the Police Academy in Waterville. He was a widowed dad trying to make a better life for his two daughters. He was a hard worker and was fun to be around. He had a huge heart and was like by all in the 55th Academy Class.

He will be missed.

Captain Mike Maurer
Hernando County Sheriff's Office, Brooksville, Florida

December 2, 2005

May PO Jeffery Lee Bull rest in peace. "The world lost a hero, but heaven gained an angel"

Police Officer/Sherrif Salvatore F Vigna
Westchester County (NY) Department of Public Safety

November 16, 2005

Jeff the day you left was never forgotton, I go by you old house and remember all the times we had, like when you were cleaning the crusier and I took your pictures, when you called my crash after my accident, your subs, Your daughter I went back to the house to talk with them and it was tough. I have kept you and family in my heart.Thank you for being you.

Sergeant Robert Denault
Department of Defense Police

July 8, 2005

Jeff,
It's a shame that those that worked with you and the neighboring agencies have not remembered your sacrifice. I remembered the day you were lost and how it affected the entire law enforcement community. You presence is felt everyday we don a uniform and we appreciate your watching over us.
"In Valor their is Hope"

Sgt Mike Edes
Maine State Police

January 9, 2005

Officer Bull you are not forgetten. Let's keep the pledge true, "We will never forget!" Rest easy brother!

Officer Matt Lyons
Oceanside Police, California

August 10, 2004